Is it permissible to have more than one intention for a single act, such as sending adhkar and supplications to people, or giving water as charity with the intention of reward for the donor and their living and deceased relatives?
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It is permissible to perform acts of obedience with more than one intention, such as praying two rak'ahs with the intention of greeting the mosque, seeking guidance (istikharah), performing ablution, and repentance. A person is rewarded according to their intention and determination, for the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Indeed, actions are by intentions, and indeed, every person will have what he intended." Similarly, it is valid to dedicate the reward to more than one person.
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